Stibanate 100mg Injection
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Product introduction
Stibanate 100mg Injection is an antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of kala-azar (a parasitic disease spread by the bite of infected sand flies). It inhibits the growth of the parasite and kills it, thus relieving your infection.
Stibanate 100mg Injection is used to treat a skin infection caused by leishmania and spread by bite of an insect
Stibanate 100mg Injection is used to treat a skin infection caused by leishmania and spread by bite of an insect
Uses of Stibanate Injection
Benefits of Stibanate Injection
In Kala-azar
Stibanate 100mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine and is used to treat kala-azar, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected sand flies. It kills the infection-causing parasite and stops the further spread of the infection. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Refrain from taking any other medicines along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.
Side effects of Stibanate Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Stibanate
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Muscle pain
- Joint pain
How to use Stibanate Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Stibanate 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Stibanate 100mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Stibanate 100mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Stibanate 100mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Stibanate 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Stibanate 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Stibanate 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Stibanate 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Stibanate 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Stibanate 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Stibanate 100mg Injection is given as an injection into veins or muscle by a healthcare professional.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- You may be monitored with ECG to check for heart function before starting the treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, rash, itching and swelling of face or tongue.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dicarboxylic acids derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Anti-Leishmaniasis
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Stibanate 100mg Injection used for?
Stibanate 100mg Injection is used to treat certain types of leishmaniasis (a disease caused by the bite of certain sandflies), such as visceral leishmaniasis (a disease affecting the internal organs), cutaneous leishmaniasis (a disease affecting the skin) or mucosal leishmaniasis (a disease affecting the nose, mouth or throat).
Who should not use Stibanate 100mg Injection?
Use of Stibanate 100mg Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Stibanate 100mg Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Stibanate 100mg Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Stibanate 100mg Injection?
Before starting treatment with Stibanate 100mg Injection, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or heart problems. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How is Stibanate 100mg Injection administered?
Stibanate 100mg Injection should be administered either into a vein (intravenously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly), under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Stibanate 100mg Injection.
Is Stibanate 100mg Injection safe?
Stibanate 100mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Is Stibanate 100mg Injection safe to be used in pregnancy?
Sufficient information regarding the use of this medicine during pregnancy is not available. If leishmaniasis is not treated during pregnancy it may lead to congenital leishmaniasis in the newborn. Some studies suggest that the use of Stibanate 100mg Injection during pregnancy may be harmful for the development of the fetus (baby). Therefore, Stibanate 100mg Injection is advised only if the benefits of the medicine outweigh the risks involved with its use. If you are planning to conceive, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Stibanate 100mg Injection.
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- Phillips MA, Stanley SL Jr. Chemotherapy of Protozoal Infections: Amebiasis, Giardiasis, Trichomoniasis, Trypanosomiasis, Leishmaniasis, and Other Protozoal Infections. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1435-36.
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Marketer details
Name: Gluconate Health Ltd
Address: 2, Durga Charan Doctor Lane , Kolkata – 700 014
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Stibanate 100mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Stibanate 100mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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